WE BELIEVE IN THE POWER OF COLLABORATION TO DRIVE TRANSFORMATIVE CHANGE
At Aristone Solicitors, we firmly believe that collaboration is the cornerstone of driving transformative change, and we understand that transformation equals success. We recognise that by working together, pooling our diverse talents and expertise, and fostering open dialogue, we can create innovative legal solutions that make a real difference in the lives of our clients and the legal profession as a whole. Our commitment to collaboration fuels our mission to inspire positive change and achieve lasting success.
Meet our Legal Experts
Aristone Solicitors proudly collaborates with industry leaders to craft innovative solutions that drive growth and success. Allow us to introduce you to the dedicated individuals who make up the Aristone team.
Mariyam Ferreira
Director and Solicitor, Head of Immigration
Kuljit Lally
Director and Solicitor, Head of Child and Family
Boasting 20+ years in family and child law, asset division, and financial disputes, Kuljit Lally, a Birmingham City University alum, leads a team dedicated to a “people-first” approach, she guarantees client satisfaction and excellence in legal services.
She enjoys biking, swimming, savouring culinary shows
Admitted as Solicitor: 15/12/2004
Patrick Smith
Director and Solicitor, Head of Litigation
With over 40 years of global legal expertise, Patrick Smith excels as a seasoned litigation attorney. Specialising in Civil and Commercial litigation, Contentious Probate, and dispute resolution, he holds a BA LLB from the University of KwaZulu-Natal. Proven track record in Litigation, Insurance Law, Contract matters, TOLATA, Property Disputes, and Inheritance laws.
Passionate scuba diver, daring skydiver, avid reader.
Admitted as Solicitor: 02/09/2002
Emma Brown
Wills and Probate Solicitor, Private Client Department
Emma Brown, a private client solicitor and specialist in Probate, Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, and Estate Planning for 6+ years. Renowned for her efficiency and astute advice. A 2017 alumni of the University of Law, recognised as one of the UK’s top law schools. She prides herself on her exceptional understanding of the law, swift ability to grasp individual situations and provide tailored guidance. Interactions with her are pleasant and communication easy. She is highly approachable with the ability to effectively handle difficult situations, ensuring authoritative representation at all times.
A loving mother to her two young daughters.
Admitted as Solicitor: 15/04/2021
Ian Barton
Wills and Probate Consultant Solicitor
Toqeer Shah
Immigration Consultant Solicitor
Jenny Goncalves
Paralegal, Litigation Department
James Walton
Paralegal, Litigation Department
Taslima Begum
Paralegal, Child and Family Department
Laila Lamarti
Paralegal, Private Client Department
Maria Hadid
Accountant, Practice Manager
A word from our founders
The invaluable heart and soul of Aristone are our people. With diverse experiences and specialised knowledge, they embody the very best of our firm’s core values, dedication and exceptional expertise.
Their passion and commitment drive us to deliver outstanding services, foster lasting relationships, and make a positive impact in the lives of our clients and communities.
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Read what our Clients Have to Say
At Aristone, we understand the priorities of our clients – – getting the job done, providing a stress-free experience, and managing costs effectively. Their testimonials and feedback are a testament to our commitment to excellence and our dedication to meeting these our clients’ needs.
Kwong Harris30 September 2023Highly recommendable.I am truly impressed , solicitor Emma got me back on track and boost my confidence especially my late husband died not long ago.Steve Royce18 September 2023We had an appointment with Emma Brown to make a will. Emma immediately made us feel at ease, and thereby making what might have been a difficult and scary process seem easy and relaxing. We would both recommend her wholeheartedly. She had answers for all our questions and we now have that peace of mind that everything is taken care of when the time comes.Erika Manolo10 August 2023Kuljit and Genevieve were very responsive to my queries. Friendly, professional and get things done quickly.James Pierce28 July 2023Aristone Solicitors have been very nice to make a will with, they are so friendly and care about their clients. I recommend you make a will with them as soon as you can, it is so easy, a pleasure with these professionals.Maria Garcia22 July 2023My mother and I used Aristone Solicitors services for the preparation of a will under the March Free Will campaign and Emma Brown was extremely courteous, professional and helpful throughout. The process was explained thoroughly and the guidance paperwork we completed was very clear to understand. We were given a very warm welcome at their offices at the time of signing the will and Emma went above and beyond to ensure we understood everything clearly and we felt very well looked after. I wouldn't hesitate to use their services again.Stephen Cadwell7 June 2023Emma Brown made the process very easy and was very effcientsunil G27 February 2023Prompt and professional service. Friendly staff. Went to get a signature witnessed and they charged the appropriate amount.Ling Zhou26 January 2023From my husband, Lindsey. All the team were kind, respectful and polite. Patrick Smith is very knowledgeable and professional and helped a great deal. Would certainly use them again.Graham Barlow10 January 2023Aristone Solicitors were most understand, patient and professional when dealing with my very protracted and difficult divorce. They are now helping me with other personal legal affairs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Aristone focuses on private client areas such as child and family matters, wills and probate, personal immigration, and more. Additionally, we handle commercial areas like litigation, conveyancing, and business immigration.
Here’s a highly significant review that illustrates the experience clients can anticipate from us, showcasing a journey of success and our client’s story.
When I first met Kuljit and her team, I felt that the world had collapsed under my feet and that there was nothing left for me, it was a very traumatic and stressful time, it took me to a very dark place, a place I contemplated staying in permanently. But during that time, something wonderful happened, something I thought was lost too me, something I thought I would never experience again.
Thankfully, after a lot of pain, Kuljit and Genevieve brought me through and back out into the light, and I thank you for that.
Aristone Solicitors’ mission is to foster growth, simplify complexities, and create positive change in legal matters while prioritising integrity and empowering all clients to succeed.
Aristone Solicitors ensures service quality through a comprehensive approach. Our team consists of skilled professionals with extensive legal expertise and experience. We undergo ongoing training to remain current with evolving laws and regulations. Our approach is tailored to each client, and we conduct rigorous internal and external reviews. We ensure clear and timely communication with clients and integrate their feedback to enhance satisfaction. Adhering to strong ethical standards, we conduct regular internal audits to assess and enhance service delivery. Our success is gauged by the achieved outcomes, leading to outcome evaluations.
These steps collectively uphold the quality of services we deliver at Aristone Solicitors.